What wedding reception music to play according to your wedding-theme

You’ve been planning your dream wedding since the day your fiance popped the “Will you marry me?” question so you want everything to be just perfect and under control. You’re all set to be wedded in a few weeks but there’s one thing you want to focus your attention to, beside all the glitzy details of wedding preparation and that is–wedding reception music. However it’s best to know the basic pointers before deciding on which music and what kind of musician you want to hire on the day of your wedding. Wedding reception music sets the mood and expresses the inner style of your wedding celebration but you must bear in mind that the playlist or music must be in harmony based on your wedding theme. Here are some of the basics you must remember on how to choose wedding reception music according to your wedding-theme:

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1. Hawaiian-themed wedding

The idea of being married in Hawaii just keeps clouding your mind but with a limited budget you know this is an idea that is far from happening. However, you can still have your own version of a Hawaiian-themed wedding with the vision of the perfect sunset ceremony, laidback and chill atmosphere where guests can totally enjoy.

It’s best to keep the music be in tuned with your luau-themed wedding so sourcing out original Hawaiian wedding songs is an ideal thing to do. Here are some of the wedding songs that you might want to consider for your wedding reception music:

Ke Kali Nei Au (The Hawaiian Wedding Song)- your Hawaiian wedding wouldn’t be complete without playing this song.
I’ll Weave a Lei Stars for You -This song will provide a more romantic background for your quintessential Hawaiian wedding.
Night Bird- a Hawaiian song at its finest that sends the story about blissful young love.

2. Vintage-inspired wedding

Keeping it classy and timeless is the perfect way to go in sporting your vintage-inspired wedding and one way to make it real is by playing vintage wedding reception music. The best way to keep your wedding reception music in line is to decide on which decade you’re leaning to: is it the jazz and blues selection of the 1920’s, the country-crooning music of the 40’s, or the rock ‘n roll music of the 50s? Whatever your preferences are, here are some of the most popular romantic vintage wedding songs that you can play on your reception: And I Love Her by the Beatles, Love Me Tender by Elvis Presley, You Are So Beautiful by Joe Cocker and others.

3. Rustic-themed wedding

Throw a rustic-themed wedding for the inner country chic in you and make sure to incorporate country songs for your wedding reception music and you’re good to go. Add personality to your rustic wedding by playing your favorite country songs and your guests will surely know the wedding is but a reflection of the couple’s identity. Take music from Johnny Cash, Kenny Rogers, Tim Mcgraw, Keith Urban, Garth Brooks, Sheryl Crow, and Carrie Underwood. And why not play some girly songs from the country songstress Taylor Swift?

4. Winter wonderland wedding

Winter weddings shouldn’t be boring despite the chilly and freezing snowstorm so make sure to bring out the best in your wedding reception music. Get the energy moving with jazz and pop songs to set a festive wedding spirit. For a more classical approach, why not hire a classical pianist, cellist or harper?

5. Fairy tale weddings

With a sprinkle of magical pixie dust, why not transport your guests to a world filled with wonder, enchantment and magic on the day of your wedding? Set up a romantic Disney-like atmosphere with a fine choice of wedding reception music. Why not use Aladdin’s A Whole New World as your reception entrance song? Guests will surely love the idea of a romantic night filled with fairy-tale inspired playlist.